Students are encouraged to participate in yearly Royal Conservatory Music Certificate Program assessments, an international music assessment program. The Studio also provides preparatory classes for university/graduate entrance auditions and exams. Students wishing to take these exams are required to notify the instructor at the beginning of the school year.

 

Highly flexible approach allows for personalized, custom designed program, based on student's needs, interests and level. Materials are chosen at the instructor's discretion to match the level of student's development and to enhance further progress. Students participate in the program selection and may reject any pieces they do not enjoy. We welcome students' input and initiative as that enhances motivation, fosters responsibility, and develops their self-esteem.

 

Parents are welcome to observe their child's lessons, and are required to attend in the case of a young beginner. Parental input and co-operation are invaluable and facilitate faster development of a young musician.

 

Students are encouraged to perform in student recitals and gain self-confidence through the performing experience. However, participation is not mandatory. In addition to student recitals, students can participate in young artist, piano, and other competitions in and out of state, and advanced students are encouraged to attend summer specialization programs in the US and Europe.students are encouraged to perform and gain self-confidence through the performing experience. However, their participation is not mandatory. In addition to student recitals, students are encouraged to participate in young artist, piano, and other competitions in and out of state, and advanced students are encouraged to attend summer specialization programs in the US and Europe.